1979 Buick Electra vs. 1984 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1984 Dodge Conquest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 445 kg more than 1984 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1979 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 1984 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
